How many deaths have resulted from suicide in Florida?

In Florida, 2.8% females and 1.9% males reported being treated by a nurse or doctor for attempted suicide during the 12 months prior to a CDC survey (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System, 2015).

How can I help prevent suicide?

There are many ways you can help prevent suicide. First, learn the warning signs. Second connect the person displaying signs of suicide with crisis support. You can find various crisis support hotlines in the crisis support section of this website.

If you or someone you know needs support, please call 1-800-273-8255

What are the warning signs of suicide?

Warning signs are like red flags that may indicate that a person may be more at risk for suicide. The following list is a partial list from the American Association of Suicidology’s website.

Increased substance (alcohol or drug) use

No reason for living; no sense of purpose in life

Anxiety, agitation, unable to sleep or sleeping all of the time

Feeling trapped - like there's no way out

Hopelessness

Withdrawal from friends, family and society

Rage, uncontrolled anger, seeking revenge

Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities, seemingly without thinking